So now that I have started taking this blogging thing a bit more seriously, I thought that maybe it's time to get a bit more organized in my work space. All you bloggers out there know exactly what I am talking about. I have a wall space on top of my desk which is empty right now, next to the frames that I recently upcycled (see here).

You got so much out of that one piece! Your daughters grid and now your organizer rack! That's awesome, I really enjoy when I can get the most out of one piece or material! And it's both, pretty and funtional, what's not to love about that??? The postcards and pictures are very pretty too!!!

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Mary

10/22/2015 06:38:09 am

Kartin, this is like a cow, I am milking it for all it's worth. I really love this thing, it is so light and does not make the room look smaller. Thanks for your continued support.

Very creative! I love taking something and repurposing it to make if suit my specific needs and it's so inspiring to see you doing it too.
Keep on sharing these ideas!

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Mary

10/22/2015 01:33:16 pm

Thanks for the encouragement. I hope that I can inspire with my crazy adventures. I too have learned a lot from other very talented loggers.In the end it has expanded my mind so much that now I can't contain it.

Love it!! I like how you use twine in your projects! It's definitely a versatile and awesome looking material to use. Also love the nickname "Twine Lady"!!!

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Mary

10/22/2015 01:35:19 pm

Keri.. that is my name!! I found some twine at the farm, about a year ago and have used it ever since. My son had bought it manyyears ago for a project of his and it was just taking up space. I figured why not use it .. but you understand me better than anyone. ;)

Wow, Mary, I love the spray paint and the twine idea. I've wrapped wire baskets with twine before. And don't you just love the simplicity of the clothes pin? Looks perfect on your new wall hanging.
xokathleen

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Mary

10/22/2015 07:34:10 pm

Kathleen, I have been known on occassion to wrap the strangest things. I didn't like a storage unit I had because it had red plastic so I wrapped that. Hence the twine lady. But I really love the look of twine paired with metal or wood. Thanks for your sweet comment.

Really such a nice and simple solution. Adding something organic to the metal...raised this to very interesting and functional. The wood clothespins are always fun to use and adaptable. Great Idea, Thanks, Sandi

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Mary

10/23/2015 05:03:50 pm

Thanks so much Sandi. And the nice thing is the twine is strong enough so that the racks have become one piece now. I'm following you on Bloglovin.

Hi Mary! I'm stopping by again to let you know that I nominated you to my monthly Shout Out Saturday post.
I'm adding you to a group Pinterest board and you can collect the featured button on my site.
Thank you for sharing great content!

This is fantastic, Mary! You've inspired me to go look in my garage and see if I can do something similar with an old rack I was going to throw out. I'm so glad I found your blog through Debbie's Shout Out Saturday post.

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Mary

10/24/2015 01:53:23 pm

Monica, Debbie is a person who gathers others and creates a community. Thanks for dropping y and I hope you find your rack. I had to save mine from basemen hell.

Hi, Mary - that is fantastic. I love how pretty the twine looks, and your inspiration grid is so light and airy. I have some metal pieces to join together and have tried tape and soldering and been disappointed. I'm going to try this wonderful method!

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Mary

10/26/2015 08:45:18 am

I'm so happy to inspire. This really works just make sure to use a lot of twine and wrap it close together. I'va also made other things using twine and have had absolutely no problems! Thanks for making my day!! It's always great when someone else gets you. I just visited your blog and you make the coolest things. I agree with your philosophy about taking trash and turning it into treasure. Do you have any type of social media I can follow you on?

I love this Mary! So pretty and functional. It's a great way to keep track of things, and keep your work space pretty at the same time. I would never have believed something this nice could come from that piece of wire! :)

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Mary

10/29/2015 11:16:43 am

Meridith wire and twine seem to be my go-to mediums as of late. There is something ethereal about them that appeals to me.

Mary, you should have your own television show! You could make something out of anything. Other people's junk becomes a treasure in your hands, and your creative mind. I love this display area! You can do so much with it, and yes, you deserve a gorgeous space to inspire you! This is it!

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Mary

10/29/2015 11:19:40 am

Nikki, I deserve a clean desk, where I can find my essentials. After that I am not so demanding. As for the tv show, we'll leave that to the beauties. I much prefer behind the camera work. Being the boss wouldn't be so bad.

Mary, this is so cute! What a great way to reuse a wire rack! I have one myself that I'm thinking of doing this to now... And I love the pieces you chose to display!

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Mary

10/29/2015 11:27:55 am

Thank you Victoria. I always like to look at pretty pictures and family to inspire me. This is quite easy, just make sure you pull the twine tight if you want to attach pieces. Let me know if you do it. :)

Oh my word Mary. I swear you have the patience of a saint with that twine! I hear you on the organising. That's my (temporary) middle name. I'm drowning in my sewing at the moment. Clever idea! Thanks for sharing at Five Star Frou-Frou. Will you join me again this week? Mimi xxx

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Mary

10/30/2015 07:28:29 pm

Mimi. my middle name is The twine lady. I have done a number of projects using it and I really love it for the texture it provides. And also because it is a bonding agent. Can't wait to see what you sew. I'll see you at the party!

Wrapping with twine was just the right solution for this project. It gives the piece some texture and character as well as making a strong connection between the two pieces. It looks very nice and is quite functional!

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Mary

3/31/2017 01:53:39 pm

The twice makes the piece Carol. Otherwise it would have been just another lifeless rack. And of course it is extremely practical. Thank you.

Yes Donella. It also helps get me organized so I can keep track of everything.

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